2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2005 Dodge Neon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Neon. (132 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Neon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1310 kg more than 2005 Dodge Neon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Neon. (177 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Neon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 47 L |
